The SSA pays monthly benefits to more than 70 million Americans, including retirees and people with disabilities.

Social Security changes in 2026 include a cost-of-living increase and an increase in the maximum benefit recipients can get.

See the complete 2026 Social Security payment schedule, month by month. Learn how birthdates, SSI rules, and potential ...

Some confusion has surfaced as Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients will not receive a payment during the month of ...

Monthly Social Security payments are distributed based on the recipient’s date of birth: people born between the 1 st and the 10 th receive benefits on the second Wednesday; 11 th -20 th on the third ...

The first round of January Social Security payments for retirees, now capped at $5,108, will be issued in 10 days. When will ...

The Social Security payment schedule for 2026 is out. Learn how birth dates affect payment timing and take note of key ...

Social Security payments for January 2026 are rolling out now, including the first checks with the 2.8% COLA increase. See the full payment schedule by birthday and benefit type.

Get the latest on Social Security benefits, COLA updates, and policy changes — what they mean for retirees, SSI recipients ...

Overall, Nearly 71 million Social Security beneficiaries will see a 2.8 percent COLA beginning in January 2026 and increased ...

If you or someone you know plans on claiming SSI benefits, you should keep the following key information in mind.

The Social Security Administration distributes benefits to almost 74 million people each month. Here is when to expect yours in January.